Is Clemson a Good School for the Money?
Clemson University Value Report
Is Clemson worth the money? Read College Factual's annual Clemson value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.
Within South Carolina, Clemson is a Great Quality for a Great Price.
Clemson University is ranked #2 out of #34 in South Carolina for quality and #4 out of #32 for South Carolina value.
This makes it a great quality and a great value in the state.
Find out if Clemson offers in-state tuition that you may qualify for.
Fair Value Nationwide
Clemson University is ranked #714 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
Clemson University provides the kind of quality education we anticipated when compared to other colleges at the same price point. Based on this information we believe it is priced fairly for the type of education provided.
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Aquinas College | $124,750 | A+ |
| University of Georgia | $139,962 | A |
| Lawrence University | $145,543 | A |
| Indiana University - Bloomington | $164,986 | B |
| Clarkson University | $169,901 | B |
| Gonzaga University | $173,576 | B- |
| Clemson University | $191,488 | C |
| Providence College | $204,404 | C- |
| Pepperdine University | $212,457 | D+ |
| Loyola Marymount University | $220,898 | D+ |
| Reed College | $235,796 | D |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
We're Looking at a Total Cost of $191,488 for a Clemson Degree
On average, a bachelor's degree from Clemson will cost you about $191,488. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $44,326 and a typical 4.32 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $44,326 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.32 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $191,488 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
Consider the average Clemson student takes 4.32 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your Clemson degree may cost less than average.
Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?
The net price YOU pay may be very different than the typical net price.
Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Clemson.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $219,564 | #319 | B+ |
| All Students | $191,488 | #714 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $182,624 | #880 | C- |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $140,236 | #2 | A |
| All Students | $112,160 | #4 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $103,296 | #4 | A |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of South Carolina.
About 93% of Clemson students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Clemson financial aid you may qualify for.
How to Calculate Value
College Factual calculates value by calculating average Clemson cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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